The Perfume Library

Baraja

7.0

Acqua di Biella · 2002

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Acqua di Biella Baraja is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days and sits easily in leisure, daytime and office settings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn next. Opinion is evenly split between masculine and feminine, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens with lemon, lime, peach and pineapple for a fresh, fruity start, softened by honey and vanilla. In the heart, cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg add spicy warmth while iris carries the floral side. Patchouli and vetiver settle into a woody, green base.

Oud Picante

8.3

Areej Le Doré · 2017

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Areej Le Doré Oud Picante is a spicy, smoky unisex scent suited to autumn and winter evenings; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. It reads mostly masculine or classic, though it is classed as unisex. It opens with cumin, cardamom and cinnamon in a sharp spice cloud, joined by nutmeg and clove. The heart brings tobacco, coffee and Borneo oud, with carrot seed and spikenard adding an earthy edge. In the base, Bengal sandalwood, fossilised amber and labdanum settle it into a sweet, resinous, leathery warmth.

Semi-Bespoke 24

8.3

Roja Parfums · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Roja Parfums Semi-Bespoke 24 is a unisex scent that sets the freshness of lemon and bergamot against a sweet, floral heart of May rose, raspberry and almond. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, and the sweet, spicy, resinous build stays noticeable through the day. It reads as neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with lemon and bergamot in a fresh citrus lift. In the heart, May rose, wisteria, raspberry and almond form a floral, fruity sweetness. The base leaves a creamy, resinous warmth of musk, sandalwood, patchouli and tonka bean, with pepper and cumin adding a spicy edge.

Heritage

8.4

The Dua Brand

Fruity · Sweet · Spicy

The Dua Brand Heritage is an oriental unisex fragrance that sets a sweet, fruity body against spice and woody depth. Cinnamon, saffron, cardamom and cumin bring a spiced warmth, while pineapple, apple, peach and candied fruits add a sweet, juicy side. Sandalwood, oakmoss and amber form a woody, resinous base, and leather adds a smoky edge. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated very strong, so a few sprays stay noticeable for a long time. It suits men and women who want a dense, full-bodied scent. Nabeel Irth and MAD Parfumeur Forza have a close profile.

Savitri / สาวิตรี

7.7

Parfum Prissana

Citrus · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Savitri / สาวิตรี is a unisex chypre that sets bright citrus and green tones against a floral, spicy and smoky core. Tangerine, mandarin orange and lime bring brightness, sitting beside jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and May rose. Oakmoss, patchouli and vetiver lay an earthy, woody floor, while cumin, civet and frankincense add a spicy, animal and resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters see its character mostly as classic, followed by masculine and feminine. Spring and fall lead the seasons, and leisure and evening are the favored occasions. Parfum Prissana Hayra / เหรา and Sultan Pasha Attars Encens Chypre have a close profile.

Rattikarn / รัตติกาล

7.7

Prin · 2023

Floral · Green · Sweet

Prin Rattikarn / รัตติกาล is a spicy, smoky unisex fragrance that leans towards autumn and evening wear. The notes read as one whole rather than stacked layers: cinnamon, cumin and camphor build a spicy spine, while Thai oud and frankincense add a resinous, smoky depth. Lotus and rose absolute bring the floral side, and galbanum carries a green edge; the accords also include sweet, earthy and animal tones. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, with winter second; leisure and evening wear lead, while office use sits well behind. It suits anyone, man or woman, who wants a dark, heavy scent.

Fantôme de la Nuit

7.9

Prin · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prin Fantôme de la Nuit is a unisex scent built around goatskin, mimosa absolute and hay absolute, with an animal, earthy character. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though those ratings rest on only a small number of votes. With no season or occasion votes, it's hard to tie it to one moment; it reads as unisex, neither clearly masculine nor feminine. Goatskin, hay and mushrooms give it an animal, earthy body. Mimosa, jasmine sambac and carnation carry the floral side, while cumin and fennel add a green, spicy streak. A fresh, citrusy lift keeps it light, and patchouli, vetiver and moss supply a woody backdrop.

Untamed Oud

7.8

Phuong Dang · 2016

Floral · Green · Fruity

Phuong Dang Untamed Oud is a smoky, spicy oud with a sweet, animal and resinous side, and it reads as unisex. It opens with tar, rum and cumin, while coriander seed adds a spicy edge to that rough start. In the heart, narcissus absolute, honey and rose turn it floral and sweet, with apple and clove adding fruity and spicy touches. The base of oud, ambergris, vanilla absolute and tobacco settles into a warm, woody, smoky and animal trail. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, so it leaves a clear trace on the skin. Its dense, warm build suits men and women who like heavy oriental and oud fragrances.

Twenty Four Evening (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

MCM · 1993

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

MCM Twenty Four Evening Eau de Toilette is a spicy oriental for men, where lemon and bergamot meet cinnamon, tobacco and a leathery base. It opens bright and sharp with lemon, bergamot, pepper and lavender. In the heart, cinnamon and tobacco come forward, softened by jasmine and rose. As it dries, vetiver, leather and amber take over, settling into a sweet, woody warmth with a faint animal edge. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out. It has been discontinued. Ungaro pour L'Homme II and MCM Success have a close profile.

Lawrence

8.1

Carine Roitfeld · 2019

Floral · Green · Spicy

Carine Roitfeld Lawrence is a unisex scent that sets a floral, spicy character on a woody, resinous base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, and is chosen less often for daytime or the office. Saffron, cumin and coriander give it a spicy warmth, which Egyptian jasmine absolute softens with a creamy floral note. Oud, tolu balm and musk pull the scent towards wood, resin and leather, with a green touch in the background.

Nuit Épicée

7.4

Decennial · 2012

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Decennial Nuit Épicée is a sweet, spicy gourmand unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings. Rhubarb adds a light tartness at the start, then cumin, labdanum, violet and almond take over in the heart. In the base, praliné, black amber and woods settle it into a sweet, resinous, woody warmth with an oriental feel. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and evenings and nights out; summer is rarely chosen. Masculine and feminine votes are equal, so it reads as open to both. Parfums de Marly Oajan and Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Amber Sage have a close profile.

L'Innommable

7.2

Serge Lutens · 2018

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Rock Crystal / Cristal de Roche (Eau de Parfum)

8.0

Olivier Durbano · 2005

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Olivier Durbano Rock Crystal / Cristal de Roche Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green start on a resinous, woody and smoky base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall, followed by spring and winter, and it leans towards leisure, daytime and evening wear. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair share find it feminine. The top notes of orange blossom, cumin, coriander and cardamom give a spicy lift. Towards the heart, frankincense, myrrh and benzoin bring a resinous warmth. In the base, vetiver, sandalwood and oakmoss leave a dry, earthy, woody finish, with smoky and oriental tones sitting in the background.

Victorious

7.1

Floris · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Floris Victorious is a discontinued unisex fragrance with a fresh citrus and marine character, best suited to spring and summer days. It opens with mandarin orange, lemon and bergamot, with marine notes and grapefruit keeping the brightness going. In the heart, jasmine and neroli add a soft floral touch, while pink pepper and coriander bring a light spicy edge. The base rests on vetiver and sandalwood, lightly sweetened by vanilla and amber. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. Votes for feminine and masculine are close, so it reads comfortably as unisex. Acqua di Parma Colonia Essenza and Floris JF have a close profile.

Ocaña

7.3

nBitor

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

nBitor Ocaña is a floral, spicy unisex scent that opens with cumin and orange blossom and leans on tuberose and tobacco. The top pairs cumin with orange blossom; the heart brings carrot seed, tobacco, tuberose, tiaré and maté together. In the base, musk, Siam benzoin, vanilla, costus, ambergris and tonka bean give it a sweet, creamy, resinous footing. Animal and woody tones sit beneath the flowers. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind and summer a distant last. As a unisex scent it suits men and women alike. Xerjoff Alexandria II and Serge Lutens Tubéreuse criminelle have a close profile.

Floral Curiosities - Sweet William

6.5

Ineke · 2012

Floral · Green · Fruity

Ineke Floral Curiosities - Sweet William is a floral, spicy women's scent that leans towards fall and spring, suiting leisure time and daytime wear. Most voters pick fall and spring, with summer and winter further back. Leisure and daily wear lead, and evening also gets votes. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. It has been discontinued. The top opens with cinnamon, peach brandy, cumin and clove, so spice and fruit arrive together. Sweet william, sandalwood and cedarwood form the heart, giving a floral, green-tinged woodiness. Patchouli and Bourbon vanilla in the base sweeten and soften it.

Ôponé (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Diptyque · 2015

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Diptyque Ôponé Eau de Parfum is a spicy, smoky unisex scent that suits spring and fall days best. Saffron and cumin give it a spicy start, while leather and smoke pull it towards a dry, smoky character. Liquorice and Turkish rose add a sweet, floral softness, and gaiac wood rounds out the woody base. Overall it reads as an oriental where fresh, sweet and resinous accords blend together. Most voters recommend fall and spring, and leisure and evening wear lead the occasion votes. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so the scent has no clear gender lean. It has been discontinued. Diptyque Opôné (Eau de Toilette) and Amouage Beloved Man have a close profile.

1881 pour Homme (1990) (Eau de Toilette)

8.0

Cerruti · 1990

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cerruti 1881 pour Homme is a fresh, citrusy fougère: green, spicy and floral facets rest on a woody base, with a classic, masculine feel. Most voters place it in spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions picked most often. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, and most voters call it masculine and classic. It has been discontinued. It opens with blackcurrant, basil and cumin; rose, ylang-ylang and lily of the valley then soften it toward the floral side. Patchouli, musk and balsam fir form a woody base. Etro New Tradition and Gucci Nobile have a close profile.

Naruemit / นฤมิต

7.9

Prin · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Prin Naruemit / นฤมิต is a unisex scent built around vervain, oakmoss and amber, with a strong green and spicy side; it has been discontinued. As a whole it rests on a woody, earthy and animalic frame. Oakmoss, Thai oud and patchouli carry that depth, while camphor, galbanum and bergamot supply freshness and the green edge. Cinnamon, cumin and nutmeg push the spice, and rose and geranium soften the floral side. Civet and deer musk leave a leathery, animalic trace. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. The character is sharp, green and spicy, so it suits those who enjoy distinctive fragrances. Its profile is close to Prin Rattikarn / รัตติกาล and Hermès Rocabar.

Karuna / กรุณา

7.6

Parfum Prissana · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Karuna / กรุณา is a unisex scent with a floral and spicy character, lifted by fresh, green and resinous sides. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, so it suits anyone who wants a scent that stays noticeable for a long time. It is written for men and women alike, without leaning to either side. Tuberose, jasmine sambac absolute, ylang-ylang and orange blossom build the floral core, while cinnamon, cardamom and clove bring spice, and sandalwood and benzoin add woody, resinous warmth. The accords also carry animal and earthy touches, with tangerine adding a fruity brightness. Parfum Prissana Hirun / หิรัณย์ and Parfum Prissana Tirtha / तीर्थ have a close profile.

Vintage Collection - Vetiver

7.5

Lorenzo Villoresi · 2013

Citrus · Green · Spicy

Lorenzo Villoresi Vintage Collection - Vetiver is a green, earthy unisex scent that suits leisure and daily wear, most of all in fall and spring. Petitgrain, galbanum and bergamot open with a sharp, green citrus freshness, rounded out by lavender, mint and rosewood. In the heart, cumin, nutmeg and sage add spice, while neroli softens the edges. The base rests on vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli and oakmoss, giving a woody, earthy and slightly smoky finish. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters read it as masculine or classic, though a fair number find it feminine. Fall leads the season votes with spring close behind, and summer and winter are not far off. Lorenzo Villoresi Vetiver and Lorenzo Villoresi Patchouli (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Hellstone

5.5

Lush · 2012

Green · Sweet · Spicy

Lush Hellstone is a resinous, earthy unisex scent built around opoponax, vetiver and cumin; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and it leans towards leisure and evening wear. More voters call it masculine than feminine, though the feminine share is sizeable, so it sits between the two. As a whole it reads green, spicy and smoky. Cumin and vetiver set a dry, earthy base, opoponax and beeswax soften it with a sweet, resinous warmth, and ambrette seed leaves an animal trace.

Tirtha / तीर्थ

7.7

Parfum Prissana · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Parfum Prissana Tirtha / तीर्थ is a unisex scent that sets a fresh, green floral side against a smoky, resinous woodiness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear, though evenings and nights suit it too. Votes are split on whether it reads masculine or feminine, so it sits comfortably either way. Jasmine sambac and white champaca build the floral side, while galbanum and herbs add a green freshness. Camphor and lemon grass keep it bright. Underneath come sandalwood, frankincense, benzoin and smoke, with cinnamon and clove adding a light spicy warmth.

Itruk

7.2

Bois 1920 · 2015

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Bois 1920 Itruk is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, gourmand character against spice, resin and wood, with a smoky, earthy edge. The top opens with juniper, lemon, cardamom and black pepper, spicy and lightly fresh. Patchouli, iris and nutmeg lead the heart, and the base of tonka bean, vanilla, frankincense and oud sweetens the scent while adding a smoky, resinous depth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. Most pick leisure and evening wear, though night out, daily and business use all get votes. Its profile is close to Tom Ford Oud Wood and Armani Privé Ambre Orient.